ICT & Telecom
Adviser highlights five priorities including telecom tax reduction
Prime Minister's Adviser for Posts, Telecommunications and Information Technology, and Science and Technology, Rehan Asif Asad, has outlined five government priorities: reducing the tax burden in the telecommunications sector, improving mobile and broadband service quality, building robust digital infrastructure, creating AI-skilled manpower, and expanding electronics production.
Two new cyber portals launched to boost security
In a significant step toward safeguarding the nation's digital infrastructure, Critical Information Infrastructure (CII), banking systems, and rapidly growing cashless economy against cyber threats, the National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA) has launched two new centralized digital platforms.
5 in capital market: Robi highlights growth and corporate governance
Marking the fifth anniversary of its stock market listing through Bangladesh's largest-ever Initial Public Offering (IPO), Robi Axiata PLC has outlined its achievements and future plans, emphasizing sustained growth driven by strong corporate governance.
Masuduzzaman Robin elected TRNB president, Faruk Hossain GS
Masuduzzaman Robin of Jamuna Television and Faruk Hossain of the Daily Inqilab have been elected president and general secretary, respectively, of the Telecom and Technology Reporters Network, Bangladesh (TRNB).
Illegal VoIP: 184 SIMs seized, Grameenphone fined Tk 18.4 lakh
The Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) has imposed an administrative fine of Tk 18.4 lakh on Grameenphone for connections identified as being used in illegal VoIP activities. According to the notice, the operator must pay the fine within 10 days and submit proof to the commission; failure to do so will lead to further legal action under the Telecommunications Regulation Act, 2001, and related rules.
Bangladesh to hit semiconductor milestone by 2030: Prime Minister
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has said Bangladesh will achieve its semiconductor industry targets by 2030, citing sustained government initiatives, a growing pool of skilled professionals and investor-friendly policies as key drivers of the country's technological transformation.
3-point proposals for Bangladesh to build non-discriminatory digital future
Minister for Posts, Telecommunications and Information Technology and Science and Technology Faqir Mahbub Anam has presented three-point proposals on behalf of Bangladesh to build an inclusive, safe and non-discriminatory digital future in the global cyber space. He emphasized strengthening multilateral cyber governance, ensuring easy access to technology and knowledge, and reducing digital inequality.
World Cup fever drives surge in internet subscribers
The ongoing FIFA World Cup has triggered a significant surge in internet usage across the country, with industry insiders attributing a sharp rise in internet subscriptions to increased data consumption largely to the global football tournament, alongside several other contributing factors.
Fiber@ Home Global Limited celebrates 14 years with a new identity
Fiber@Home, the largest private sector ITC(International Terrestrial Cable) and IIG(International Internet Gateway) operator in Bangladesh, has embarked on a new brand identity Fiber@Home Global Ltd.(FGL) on its 14th anniversary. On this occasion, the company hosted a special dinner to honor its partners at a city hotel on Wednesday, July 15. During the event, a new logo for Fiber@Home Global Ltd. (FGL) was revealed.
Research, skilled manpower key to building new Bangladesh: ICT Minister
There is no alternative to research, innovation and skilled human resources for building a new Bangladesh, Posts, Telecommunications and ICT and Science and Technology Minister Fakir Mahbub Anam has said. He said artificial intelligence is not just a technology but a major driver of the future economy, employment, innovation and national competitiveness.